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  • multi-municipal comprehensive plan

    Hazleton, PA
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    The "Thrive 2035" comprehensive plan is a multi-municipal planning document for the Greater Hazleton area, developed collaboratively by the City of Hazleton, Borough of West Hazleton, and Hazle Township. The plan establishes a shared vision and overarching goals while addressing five priority areas: Housing, Economic Vitality, Youth, Services and Amenities, and Resilient Systems. The document includes community outreach efforts, a catalyst project, and an implementation strategy to guide regional development through 2035.

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  • TOWNSHIP AND SPECIAL TAX LEVIES Cl. 73 Act of Dec. 1 ...

    Coatesville, PA
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    This document amends Pennsylvania's Second Class Township Code to establish tax levy provisions for townships. The amendments authorize township boards of supervisors to levy various property taxes on real property, including: up to 14 mills for general township purposes (with court approval for up to 5 additional mills), up to 5 mills for highway lighting, up to 50% of the general tax rate for public buildings, up to 3 mills for fire apparatus and services, up to 2 mills for fire hydrants, and taxes for parks and recreation facilities and debt service. The legislation was enacted December 1, 2004, as House Bill 250 (Act No. 224).

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  • Michigan's Freedom of Information Act

    Lansing, MI
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    Michigan's Township Focus magazine (September 2025) features an article on Michigan's Freedom of Information Act as part of the Michigan Townships Association's official publication. The issue includes coverage of the ESTA program's October 1 implementation for small business townships, professional development retreat announcements, and specific rules governing township board meetings. MTA President Harold Koviak's message emphasizes the need to recruit younger individuals into township service, noting that only 3% of elected township officials are under age 40 according to a 2024 survey, and calls for education initiatives to engage residents and young people in local government.

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  • Penn Forest Township - Penn Forest Township

    Jim Thorpe, PA
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    Penn Forest Township issued a public notice regarding garbage permit invoices mailed October 31st with a December 31st payment deadline, and implemented a $25 late fee effective January 1, 2025 for unpaid garbage accounts. The township is pursuing zoning ordinance amendments to address data centers, with a Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for April 6, 2026, and offers online permitting and credit card payment options for residents. Regular meeting schedules are maintained for the Board of Supervisors (1st Monday), Planning Commission (4th Monday), and other municipal boards, with emergency services information and a note that a March 23, 2026 Zoning Hearing Board meeting has been continued.

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  • 2023 Annual Report Monroe County Planning Commission

    Scranton, PA
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    The Monroe County Planning Commission's 2023 Annual Report documents the organization's staffing, leadership, and governance structure while commemorating the passing of former Director John Woodling and the retirement of supportive Commissioner John Moyer. The report highlights the Planning Commission's ongoing mission to sustain the county's environmental, economic, and cultural assets, as articulated in the Monroe 2030 Vision Statement, and notes the continuation of key programs including Farmland Preservation and the Open Space Mini Grant program. The Commission maintained municipal partnerships throughout 2023, providing planning and mapping services to local townships and boroughs under established intergovernmental agreements.

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  • Municipalities

    Harrisburg, PA
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    This document is a directory of municipalities within Dauphin County, providing contact information and addresses for 43 boroughs and townships. The list includes the City of Harrisburg (10 N 2nd Street, 717-255-3040) and communities such as Berrysburg Borough, Conewago Township, Derry Township, and others, each with corresponding street addresses and phone numbers. The document serves as a reference tool for residents to locate and contact their local municipal offices across the county.

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  • Madison Township | Williams County, OH

    Madison, WI
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    NULL The document is a directory and contact page for Madison Township in Williams County, Ohio. It lists the names, addresses, and phone numbers of township officials (trustees Jen Zuver and Terry D. Huffman, Fiscal Officer Debra Maneval, and Mark Schmucker) and states that township meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Pioneer Township Hall. The page provides navigation links to agendas, minutes, employment information, and other township services, but contains no budget data, financial allocations, program details, voting records, or quantitative metrics suitable for cross-document comparison.

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  • 2023 Annual Report Monroe County Planning Commission

    Hazleton, PA
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    The Monroe County Planning Commission's 2023 Annual Report honors former Director John Woodling, who passed away in October, and acknowledges retiring County Commissioner John Moyer's 12-year tenure of support for planning initiatives including farmland preservation and open space programs. The report outlines the Planning Commission's continued municipal partnerships throughout 2023, providing technical and mapping services to townships and boroughs through established intergovernmental agreements. The organization maintains its mission guided by the Monroe 2030 Vision Statement to sustain the county's environmental, economic, and cultural assets while serving its residents.

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  • Did you know that Carroll Township is the only township in

    Carlisle, PA
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    Carroll Township, Perry County does not levy a real estate tax on residents, instead funding services through earned income tax (1.70%), fire tax (0.034 mills), per capita tax ($5.00), and real estate transfer tax (1.0%). The Spring 2023 newsletter announced a Spring Cleanup event scheduled for May 13, 2023, accepting tires, metal, and bulk trash with specific limits and fees, and noted that the Community Center is undergoing repairs funded by COVID relief funds, with furnaces installed and roof replaced, pending water system permitting.

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  • Police | Pocono Township

    Pocono Township, PA
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    The Pocono Township Police Department web page provides an organizational overview and contact information for the township's law enforcement agency. The department consists of 22 total members, including 20 full-time officers structured as 1 Chief of Police, 1 Patrol Sergeant, 1 Sergeant of Detectives, 2 Detectives, 4 Corporals, 11 Patrolmen, and 2 full-time administrative staff. Administrative office hours are 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm, with the department located at 110 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372. Non-emergency inquiries can reach dispatch at (570) 992-9911, and the department operates under a mission statement emphasizing community service, integrity, professionalism, and transparency. The document lists 21 named department personnel by position and includes a crime tip online form as a community resource.

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  • 2024 Springfield Township Master Plan

    Springfield, IL
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    The Springfield Township Master Plan, adopted on January 23, 2024, is a comprehensive planning document prepared by the Planning Commission that outlines the township's vision and strategy across multiple areas including natural resources, infrastructure, economic development, housing, transportation, and senior services. The plan was developed with input from the Township Board and planning consultants, and includes a future land use map, zoning plan, action strategies, and community engagement findings. The 214-page document serves as a guide for implementing the township's long-term goals and development priorities.

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  • OHIO TOWNSHIP HANDBOOK ____________________________________ March 2019

    Cincinnati, OH
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    This Ohio Township Handbook, published by the State Auditor's office in March 2019, is a comprehensive resource guide designed to assist township officials in understanding their roles, responsibilities, and procedural requirements. The handbook covers multiple sections including township officers and employees, administration and finance, fire and ambulance services, and police protection, with appendices providing additional reference materials. As an informational resource rather than legal guidance, the handbook aims to help local government officials meet administrative challenges by providing accessible, regularly updated information on township governance and operations.

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  • Earned Income Tax (EIT) / Local Services Tax (LST) / ...

    Hazleton, PA
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    This document is a reference table of official tax rates as of June 15, 2014, listing Earned Income Tax (EIT), Local Services Tax (LST), and Personal Income Tax (PIT) rates across multiple Pennsylvania school districts and municipalities, along with their designated tax collectors and contact information. The document shows varying tax rates by jurisdiction—for example, Abington Township in Montgomery County has a 1.5% resident EIT rate with a $52 LST, while Adams Township in Snyder County has a 2.3% resident EIT rate—and provides administrative details for tax collection entities such as Berkheimer Tax Administrator and York Adams Tax Bureau.

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  • Annual Report 2024 For Fiscal Year Ending December 31 • Published June 2025

    Scranton, PA
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    The Township of Langley's 2024 Annual Report covers fiscal performance for the year ending December 31, 2024, published in June 2025. Key highlights include the identification of an additional $3.5 million in annual savings through budget efficiencies, maintaining the lowest property tax rates in Metro Vancouver while continuing infrastructure investments in roads, parks, and public facilities. The township expanded public safety services by adding firefighters and RCMP officers, achieved a 3 percent decline in the Crime Severity Index for the fourth consecutive year, and made progress on major capital projects including the 208 Street corridor improvements.

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  • Public Records Request | Colerain Township, OH

    Columbus, OH
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    This document outlines Colerain Township's public records request procedures and the role of the Township Fiscal Officer. It describes three methods for submitting records requests: online through the Customer Service Request System, by phone at (513) 385-7500, or in person at the Township Administration Building (4200 Springdale Road). The page also provides links to departmental records retention schedules for police, fire and EMS, shelter rental, service requests, agendas and minutes, and planning and zoning.

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  • Battling recruitment and retention issues in the fire service

    Lansing, MI
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    The October 2021 edition of Township Focus, the official publication of the Michigan Townships Association, features an article addressing recruitment and retention challenges faced by Michigan townships in staffing their fire and EMS departments, a trend occurring nationwide. The publication includes insights from fire chiefs and experts on strategies to attract individuals to public safety service, alongside coverage of the MTA's Robert R. Robinson Scholarship recipients and updates on the American Rescue Plan Act implementation.

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  • TOWNSHIP AND SPECIAL TAX LEVIES Cl. 73 Act of Dec. 1 ...

    Lebanon, PA
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    This Pennsylvania legislation, enacted December 1, 2004, amends the Second Class Township Code to establish and clarify tax levy authority for second-class townships. The amendment specifies maximum millage rates townships may levy for various purposes, including: up to 14 mills (expandable to 19 mills with court approval) for general township purposes, up to 5 mills for highway lighting, up to 50 percent of general tax rate for public buildings and debt service, up to 3 mills for fire protection and apparatus (with voter approval for rates exceeding 3 mills), up to 2 mills for fire hydrants, and flexible rates for parks and recreation facilities. The legislation also permits townships to allocate up to one mill of fire protection tax revenue for compensation of fire suppression employees.

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  • OHIO TOWNSHIP HANDBOOK ____________________________________ March 2019

    Eugene, OR
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    This document is the Ohio Township Handbook published in March 2019 by the Ohio Auditor of State's office, designed to serve as a reference guide for township officials on governance, administration, and operations. The handbook covers multiple sections including township officers and employees, administration and finance, and fire and ambulance services, with appendices containing additional regulatory information. The Auditor of State notes the handbook is intended to be regularly updated and clarifies that it should not be considered legal advice, recommending officials consult appropriate legal counsel for legal questions.

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  • LOCAL HEALTH JURISDICTIONS IN PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY JURISDICTION MUNICIPALITIES

    Lansford, PA
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    This document is a directory listing local health jurisdictions across Pennsylvania counties, organized by county and municipality, with contact phone numbers and addresses for health department offices. The table covers multiple counties including Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Berks, Blair, Bucks, Butler, and others, providing contact information for health officials in various boroughs, cities, and townships. The document appears to be part of a larger reference guide, as indicated by the page notation "1 of 7" at the bottom.

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  • Township Information for Des Moines County, Iowa

    Des Moines, IA
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    This informational document describes the structure and responsibilities of townships in Des Moines County, Iowa. Township trustees and clerks are predominantly appointed, except in Richland and Washington Townships where officials are elected to four-year terms. Trustees annually prepare budgets and oversee services including fire and rescue, cemetery maintenance, township hall repairs, and tort liability insurance, while clerks maintain official records and prepare annual financial statements. Budget information and lists of current officials are available through the Iowa Department of Management website and the Auditor's Office.

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  • OHIO TOWNSHIP HANDBOOK ____________________________________ March 2019

    Columbus, OH
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    This Ohio Auditor of State handbook, published in March 2019, serves as a comprehensive guide for township officials covering governance, administration, finance, and services including fire and ambulance operations and police protection. The document provides regulatory and procedural information organized by sections addressing township officers and employees, administration and finance, emergency services, and police protection, with various appendices included for reference. This handbook is designed to assist local township officials in understanding their responsibilities and meeting governance challenges, though it explicitly does not constitute legal advice.

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  • Lower Paxton Township, PA | Official Website

    Harrisburg, PA
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    This webpage from Lower Paxton Township, PA serves as a municipal portal providing community information and announcements. The site highlights ongoing projects including a Prince Street Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project seeking public input through April 17 and a Koons Park Master Plan with Phase 1 basketball court improvements underway, while also promoting community events such as a Kite Festival on April 18 and a compost facility opening on March 24. The page provides navigation to government services, permit purchasing, online payments, and features employee spotlights and upcoming meetings and events for township residents.

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  • Moore Township - Northampton County, Pennsylvania

    Moore Township, PA
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    Moore Township is a 38-square-mile rural community in north-central Northampton County, Pennsylvania, formed in 1765 and named after Provincial Assembly representative John Moore. The township surrounds the Borough of Chapman Quarries and contains six mailing addresses (Bath, Nazareth, Northampton, Danielsville, Walnutport, and Wind Gap), with emergency services provided by the Moore Township Police Department and Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company. Current municipal actions include a Request for Bids for #2 Diesel Fuel for Vehicles and Heating Oil for the period beginning July 1, 2026, and elimination of the Per Capita tax effective 2026, with Real Estate tax bills becoming the sole property tax mechanism. The township is characterized by farmlands, woodlands, and the Appalachian Trail running through it, with residents prioritizing preservation of the township's physical beauty and open space.

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  • A Quick Guide to Madison Township

    Madison, WI
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    This informational guide outlines Madison Township's governance structure, noting that as an Ohio statutory township it has limited regulatory powers compared to cities and villages. The document details several key resolutions and services available to residents, including age-based curfews for minors (ranging from one hour after sunset for children 13 and under to midnight for ages 16-17), noise regulations for residential areas, free neighbor mediation services, mosquito management coordination through Franklin County, and zoning permit handling by Franklin County. The guide also provides contact information and resources for residents seeking information on firearms regulations, community services, and other township-related matters.

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  • BOSTON TOWNSHIP, MI

    Boston, MA
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    This document provides administrative information for Boston Township, Michigan, including contact details for township officials (Supervisor, Treasurer, Clerk, and Cemetery Clerk) and their office hours. Key announcements include that regular board meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM, the township office is undergoing renovations with hall rentals suspended until Spring 2026, and information about land division procedures administered by the Township Supervisor. The page also contains links to ordinances, documents, and details about cemetery services and hall rental.

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  • HOME | portland-site

    Portland, OR
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    This Portland Township website summarizes local government notices and meeting information. Key items include the Township Board's approval of zoning text amendments and a map rezone amendment on February 8, and the Planning Commission's adoption of an updated Master Plan on June 7, which includes new Census data and updates to various service sections. The site also provides upcoming meeting schedules for the Township Board (next meeting April 21, 2026), Planning Commission (June 3, 2026), and other local entities, along with information on tax deferment applications, public notices now published in The Daily News, and recycling services available on the fourth full Saturday and Sunday of each month.

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  • Police - Mission Statement

    Bethlehem, PA
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    The Bethlehem Township Police Department's mission statement, located at 4225 Easton Avenue in Bethlehem, PA 18020, commits to providing professional and progressive police services to all residents, workers, and visitors in the jurisdiction. The department prioritizes establishing a safe environment through patrol, investigations, community service, and impartial law enforcement while respecting human rights and dignity. The mission extends to officer welfare, pledging to provide training, education, career development, equipment, and support to ensure officer safety and security. The department commits to continuous performance assessment and improvement to meet evolving community needs rather than becoming complacent with current achievements.

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  • Moore Township - Northampton County, Pennsylvania

    Moore Township, XX
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    Moore Township, a 38-square-mile rural community in north-central Northampton County, Pennsylvania formed in 1765, issued a Request for Bids on April 16, 2026 for #2 Diesel Fuel and Heating Oil covering the period beginning July 1, 2026. The Township eliminated its Per Capita tax effective in 2026, transitioning to Real Estate tax bills only as of March 10, 2026. Moore Township is served by a local Police Department and the Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company providing 24-hour emergency services, and operates multiple boards and commissions including a Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, Zoning Hearing Board, and Recreation Commission.

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  • Government Open Records | Delaware County, Pennsylvania

    Minersville, PA
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    This Delaware County, Pennsylvania government webpage provides information about submitting open records requests through the JustFOIA online platform, which allows residents of the United States to electronically submit requests, track status, and download records, with fees following Pennsylvania's official fee schedule. The page notes that a Delaware County Court order issued February 28, 2024 prohibits the Health Department Environmental Health Division from providing services (including food safety, pool inspections, sewage/wells oversight, and vector-borne disease control) to thirteen specified townships and boroughs in the county. The document also provides a directory of commonly requested records and their online locations, such as budget information, court dockets, tax records, and deed services.

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  • For more information visit www.doylestownpa.org WELCOME TO DOYLESTOWN TOWNSHIP

    Doylestown, PA
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    This is a new resident information packet for Doylestown Township, Pennsylvania, providing welcome information and practical guidance for residents. The document includes a table of contents covering essential topics such as contact information for township offices, elected officials, trash and recycling services, property tax procedures, water authority details, voter registration, and parks and recreation resources. The packet serves as a comprehensive guide to help new residents understand local government services, requirements, and community resources in Doylestown Township.

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